San Miguel is known and recognized internationally for the magic of its cobblestone streets, its architecture and its bohemian and artistic vibe, and although its offer is very focused on gastronomy and shopping, there are many more different activities that can be done here to spend an unforgettable vacation or weekend; activities for all types of personalities: from the historical and cultural to the most intrepid and adventurous. Keep reading and discover the perfect activity for you! 

Activities within the city. 

1. Art tour par excellence. Whether you are a connoisseur or just starting to get interested in the art world, San Miguel is the ideal place to soak up what local and international artists who have their studios here are producing. And for this, the project Art Tour SMA Arturo Aranda's is one of the most complete, and the best of all is that his tours can be completely personalized, so you can learn about the styles and techniques that most attract your attention. Walks through the galleries, visits to the artists' studios and more insights you can discover with him. 

1. First-class cooking classes. Gastronomic tourism has long ceased to be limited to food, taking the experience to the kitchen, literally. Now, you can not only try the proposals of the most innovative chefs but you can also learn from them, as happens at Sazón, the hotel's cooking school. Sierra Nevada House, part of Belmond. Here, it all starts with a tour of the market to select the best raw materials, and back in the kitchen, you can learn to find your own touch on typical Mexican dishes or prepare healthy and nutritious dishes. 

Activities in the surrounding areas of the city. 

1. Discover nature by bike. Share your passion for nature and cycling with San Miguel by Bike, a group of people equally dedicated to the environment and to this discipline that both gives you exercise and makes you have a great time. Ecotourism is one of the main attractions of Guanajuato, and in the surroundings of SMA there are beautiful landscapes full of hills that can only be appreciated with one of these tours on wheels. What we like most about this project is that you meet a lot of people with common interests, with whom you will have fun and sweat a lot very happily. 

1. Relax in the hot springs. There's nothing like floating in the warmth and tranquility of the water to empty your mind of worries and thoughts that keep you tied down. Achieving that level of inner peace is possible, and even more so if you accompany it with a retreat in one of these places. Hidden Place, The Grotto Spa and The Mayan Baths There are three places where you will find hot springs spread across several pools, among green areas ideal for having a barbecue and sharing with your friends or family. 

1. Adventures in the park. On San Miguel Adventure Park You can go hiking, or if you're feeling adventurous, enjoy the heights on its 800-meter zip line over a natural canyon. You'll love horseback riding, biking, or ATV riding. Activities start at 9 am, so you have the whole day to explore the park and do everything, and the best thing is that it has various packages and even promotions that you can take advantage of. 

1. Ride and camp like a pro. Xotolar Ranch It is a place where you can dedicate an entire day to exploring its activities. Its main attraction is the horseback riding at sunrise and sunset, with different routes so you can get to know the San Miguel that is rarely seen. You can also take one of its rural cooking classes, and if you are in the mood to learn about local history, you can sign up for one of its tours to Cañada de la Virgen, the emblematic archaeological zone of SMA. 

1. Discover our roots. The archaeological zone of Virgin's Canyon It is an area of 16 hectares 30 minutes from the center of SMA that has several complexes with pyramidal structures and patios where rituals and healings were performed. These constructions are attributed to the Otomis and it is said that several tribes came to visit from various tribes such as the Mayans. It is a place with a lot of energy. 

1. Observe SMA from above. There really is no better way to discover San Miguel than from above, as it is impossible to lose sight of a single corner of the city and its surroundings. To do so, the option is to fly over it in a hot air balloon, a unique experience that San Miguel Balloon has been offering for more than 25 years, with all the experience, security and confidence necessary to make your flight a unique event.